Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) will provide door-to-door delivery service for parboiled rice to boost domestic consumption.
Myanmar’s parboiled rice is primarily exported to Russia and the European market. MRF will endeavour to seek parboiled rice consumption domestically through delivery to home systems or sales at retail shops, said U Thaung Win, MRF’s executive committee member.
Parboiled rice, brown rice and fortified rice are healthy and nutrient-dense options compared to regular white rice. Yet, they are in low demand domestically. The federation will try to promote local consumption and reduce foreign reliance.
Parboiled rice is rice that has been processed by soaking, steaming and drying in its husk. This process resulted in less breakage during milling and a higher yield of whole grains. The parboiled rice alters the physical and chemical properties of rice, retaining vitamins and minerals. It is also prone to spoilage after cooking and can be kept for longer periods. — ASH/KK
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